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Is phone diagnosis, treatment useful?

As technology and communication improve, some conventional methods of medical services in animals and humans as well as crop farming will inevitably change.People are demanding more efficient, readily available and non-physical services wherever digital technology is applicable.I have included crop agriculture under health services because even plants get diseases and need to be treated. There is the role of crop farming experts that is called plant health services.We know more about the use of pesticides in crop farming to kill insects and other disease-causing agents. But plants also have bacteria and viruses that cause diseases such as the tobacco mosaic virus or bacterial wilt in tomatoes and passion fruits.Some crop farmers call agriculture service providers and request them to diagnose and treat diseases on their plants to avoid paying the visit or chemical application fees.Read: Remote diagnosis and prescription is rarely helpfulI have received questions from livestock farmers, ...

Surviving Allergy Season: Tips to Help Your Pet Feel Better

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As spring arrives with warmer weather, we see blossoming flowers, extended outdoor strolls, and regrettably, the onset of allergy season. Even though numerous pet owners acknowledge their own bouts of sneezes and watery eyes during this time, they might overlook that pets also experience seasonal allergies. Yet, these allergic reactions in animals tend to show up as different symptoms, which makes it essential for caretakers to identify them correctly and pursue appropriate care. A veterinary nurse named Alina Rojas informed NBC News that allergic reactions in pets may manifest as itching, hives, hot spots, reddened or irritated skin or eyes, increased licking, and sometimes even facial swelling. Allergy symptoms in pets closely mirror those experienced by humans," Rojas stated. "To prevent allergic reactions in your pets, focus on reducing their contact with typical irritants such as pollen, flea bites, and specific types of food. Although dogs and cats are the mo...